Internet Awareness & Cyberbullying
APS Online Safety Info
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Bullying Prevention and Intervention Policy
A safe learning environment is one in which every student develops emotionally, academically, and physically in a caring and supportive atmosphere free of intimidation and abuse. Bullying of any type has no place in a school setting. The Andover Public Schools will endeavor to maintain a learning and working environment free of bullying. The Andover School Committee and all of the Andover Public Schools shall not tolerate bullying.
Read the complete bullying policy on the APS website.
Do you know about Common Sense Media? This fantastic organization provides excellent resources for parents to engage in conversation with your student about a variety of issues including Internet Safety, Digital Citizenship and Social Media. Check out these Parent Tip Sheets (in English) from Common Sense Media:
- Parent Tip Sheet: Creating with Digital Media
- Parent Tip Sheet: Digital Piracy
- Parent Tip Sheet: High Tech Cheating
- Parent Tip Sheet: Music and Your Kids
- Parent Tip Sheet: Respecting Creative Work
- Parent Tip Sheet: YouTube and Your Kids
Bullying Prevention and Intervention Policy
A safe learning environment is one in which every student develops emotionally, academically, and physically in a caring and supportive atmosphere free of intimidation and abuse. Bullying of any type has no place in a school setting. The Andover Public Schools will endeavor to maintain a learning and working environment free of bullying. The Andover School Committee and all of the Andover Public Schools shall not tolerate bullying.
Read the complete bullying policy on the APS website.
Facts & Research
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Common Sense Media is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology.
Information from the Centers for Disease Control about Electronic Aggression
Information on Bullying and Cyberbullying from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Get the facts about Cyberbullying on DoSomething.org
Antibullying resources page on PBWorks.com